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I have the factory bolt on cutting edge on mine, I like it. Congrats.

Yup! I have fully acclimated to the south now from many years in NH, NY and AK. When it's in the 40s and breezy now, I don't want to be outside on a tractor. It took about 12 years to get to that point, neighbors thought I was crazy, now I get it lol

lolol my ??ears?? eyes lol

The facts don't support the higher (measured) torque argument, all brands marketing lies about it, but I fully understand the battery issue, I'm tied into a lesser brand myself. Started 25+ years ago when that's what I could afford and just stuck with it. Dewalt is definitely the upper tier...

DeWalt torque wrenches are known to be bucking broncos, if it's a real issue, you might want to invest in a smoother brand, that means pretty much any other brand lol DeWalt wrenches are kinda like a Harley, more vibration and sound with no gain in output https://www.youtube.com/@TorqueTestChannel

I don't have any EA products, but I was very intrigued by their box blade scarifier adjustment design. I hate the knuckle busting pins that I currently have. The EA design seemed good in theory, I'm hoping others pick up on that design.

Diamond C has them between 16 and 30 foot, goosenecks and all, up to 24k#, you never said what you were after ... Oh well.

Oh, it's coming .... https://dailycaller.com/2024/02/09/tread-blue-state-coming-tires/ https://www.epa.gov/verified-diesel-tech/smartway-verified-list-low-rolling-resistance-lrr-new-and-retread-tire

Your tractor should loader have quick connects on it (judging by old google images pics), and that's your best option, get a matching quick connect, you don't want to open and screw anything into your hydraulic port. Disconnect a quick connect to your loader (just need 1) replace it with the...

@markedenfield I had similar questions. Here is what I did https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/measure-hydraulic-pressure-at-any-fitting.471582/ Was pretty simple really,the cost was $38 from amazon, I have 1/2 fittings, you might have a different size. Parts...

I had heard that some owners had issues with tilts not tilting for people who had an implement on the back. I asked the dealer if I could take the trailer 2 miles to my house to try my tractor on it ... Hard no. I asked them if I could bring my tractor in and try it, that was a soft no. I told...

I certainly like my 18' tilt over the dovetail I had previously. So much easier and safer feeling loading/unloading.

I can carry a pretty decent size pile of brush. Some smaller stuff does fall through the tines, so there is a little cleanup along the route when done. Biggest issue I have is picking up multiple logs. I can always get 2 big ones, but I can't always get 3 in there. If a big log gets in the...

with a more capable tractor, think 35-40hp not 14hp, I'd think $100/hr with 2hr min (for travel/haul) would be fair. If you are close and aren't hauling, flat $100hr no min. With 14hp, I'm thinking $50-$75/hr

Happening more and more, with more than just EV policy. Updated: Why California vehicle bans & Virginia policy matter to AFPM https://mde.maryland.gov/programs/air/mobilesources/pages/states.aspx You'll notice a common theme with those states lol Kind of like your state's SCOTUS case this...

Guess I never really thought about what that limit would be. I might call and find out what that limit is for my CC. Each card network and issuing bank sets its own time limits for filing a chargeback, but U.S. law sets a minimum time limit of 60 days. Most banks give cardholders 120 days to...

Because you can dig into the ground with them (a bit) and rip out roots. Mine works really well for your posted use case.

take a look at Homestead Implements Grapples (I have one, it's great) they use AR450 steel, so you get the strength and weight reduction over standard steel. When I got mine in 2020, they used a mix of AR and non-AR steel. AR for the teeth, etc. I'm not exactly sure what they use where these...

I have their lesser version for Compact Tractors, it has been great, had it since 2020

yeah, it's misleading for the uninformed like myself. The line shading makes it seem like speed and torque are related, and in this case, they aren't.

You seem to have a lot of tractors, so you might me a commercial user, and in that case have at it! If you're a just a homestead guy, something like this might be useful to get into the ballpark. I might try this myself. @rScotty mentioned something similar in one of my posts a while back and I...

sounds like a pressure washer hose.

yeah, with the recent EA debacle, I can see that. I don't know what the lead time is now, but when I bought my Homestead grapple 2+ years ago, it was about 2 months, and like EA, it's pre-pay.

Plan finally came together. Out with the old: In with the new So much easier!

damn, but thanks for the update

I really like my homestead implements grapple, link in the post above. 60" is only 312 pounds

RPM sounds fine, just try dumping a little slower, don't need to be slow, just not max dump speed.

are you dumping fast at a lower engine RPM? Keep those RPMs up It might happen when full because the weight of the dirt causes the bucket to dump faster than the hydraulic system is pumping oil to the cylinders causing an air pocket and takes a few seconds to catch up.

Wow, that's crazy!

today at Home Depot

Definitely not normal, mine only does that once in a while. I put it on the charger last night, we'll see if that makes a difference. It is still the original battery, purchased in 2020, haven't looked for a sticker on the battery to see the actual age.

from a non skid steer owner and dreamer, the skid steer seems like the obvious choice. For my own edge limb encroachment, I keep contemplating a trailblazer-hd, I've looked at them online for a few years, but haven't purchased one. Seems like it might fit the bill. They now have a SSQA version...

Is that what causes the dash to reset? Mine does that on occasion, it starts just fine, and then the dash will blank out and reset. I've been trying to catch it on video, but it only happens once in a while.

seems like an awful lot of unnecessary work. My wife and I made a small garden a few years ago, we used unbroken ground covered in grass and weeds. It was winter (in the south) so we scraped a bit of the dormant grass to begin with. I rented a 5' tiller and tilled the area twice. My wife raked...

They sure are nice!

good read .... https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/threads/is-filter1-com-still-in-business-9-2022.360279

Everytime I think I want a larger capacity and quieter compressor setup, I am reminded by the long run/fill times, and stick with my 4.5gal, 3.5hp loud Porter Cable Job Boss, which only takes a minute to fill.

Got the adapters, they were #6, just traded the flat face connectors that were not useful to me. Win for all.

Thanks, headed to a local hydraulic shop this afternoon, hopefully they can fix me up.

New auger arrived today with flat face couplings. I need to change them to AG 1/2 NPT poppet type. What type are these so I know what adapter I need? My 1/2 NTP quick connects screw on loosely, so it is 1/2" but what type is it?

Any specific reason you want to mow it with a flail instead of a zero turn now that it's been mulched?

we did lights and both plastic and a frost blanket held in place with a frame and bricks. The frost blanket ripped in the wind, the plastic survived, but the plants didn't. It was the first extended freeze we've had in the 13 years we've been here. It was below freezing for more than 24 hours...

we tried the xmas lights here in AL last year when we had extended freezing temps in the mid to upper 20s. It didn't work, garden vegatables still froze. It helped for quick freezes, but nothing extended.

@Smokeydog Just earth/dirt augers for me here, not really any rocks. I'll grab 4 foot, 6, 9 & 12 inch augers, and will probably just mainly use 9 and 12. Might grab a larger one for trees the wife wants to plant, this is just around the homestead, not for commercial use on my end. I ordered a...

I have a Homestead grapple and like it, but the price for that subsoiler seems crazy!

Just a follow-up. Placed the order today for the larger, higher torque, slower RPM auger. (2DSS w/SSQA) Digga rep said the theoretical RPM should be about 33 with my setup. Thanks for all the knowledge and advice.

still happening

check the knob under the seat 840930

Happens to me all the time, my shorts always grab the lever. Happens to me when I hop off, and probably happens at least 50% of the time.

that's kind of what I was thinking. I'd imagine it will be less than a tablespoon mixed with 5+ gallons.

that is an option I didn't think of

I use a harbor freight battery operated stick transfer pump to fill my diesel tractor and my gas zero turn and gas SxS. I have no issues going between diesel and gas. The transfer stick is also designed for oil, and I think I might use it to pump 'new' hydraulic fluid. I'd imagine since the...

No, my patience is too small to deal with a PTO auger.

I'd imagine you'll do OK with the 4" stumps, the 10" is probably more time and effort then it's worth with a tooth bar like that.

This tree stump? Or this tree stump? What is your specific goal?

Along those same lines ... getting rid of the dirt ... I am looking at models with the Digga 1DSS or 2DSS. The 1DSS is rated for tractors 6-16GPM of hydraulic flow The 2DSS is rated for tractors 10-26 GPM of hydraulic flow. My tractor has just a hint over 8GPM for implements and at ~2500PSI...

same here

I use Teflon tape and have not seen any issues whether on water, air or hydraulics.

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/tn75d-pdf-operating-workshop-manuals-link-to-download.401643/

happened to me, did you check the knob under the seat? Mine moved itself one time and the 3pt was locked up. Weirdest thing!

Nice, I took a little different route. I removed the tiny toolbox from the bracket on the right side, and ordered a second bracket for the left side, then installed larger tool boxes. One for tools, and one for chain. Added back 2 magnetic cup holders. Has been working well for me. I'm...

I do have an ODBII reader, and it does seem to work reasonably well on the tractor, though neither that or the dealership $2k system along with the factory rep seem to think there is a problem with hourly regens.

Seems like you are eyeing a tractor with plenty of size and weight for your listed needs, so that's good. I seem to be in the minority where my tractor suffers from excessive regeneration cycles, other than that, it has been great.

yeah, will probably be going with the homestead implements model which uses a digga motor, which I think is really Eaton motors right? I have Homestead's grapple as well. I do wonder about the ironcraft brand with the eterra motor. Seems that may be the cheaper brands to stay away from?

the problem is that some tractors regen every 50 hours and some every 50 minutes. Trying to locate a problem and what may be the norm isn't really whining. Like cars, they seem to be becoming too complicated for the dealers to diagnose, or even really knew what is normal and what isn't.

Rather than bump a 12yr old thread with the same name, I'll start a new one. I understand the difference between single and double helix flighting, but what about the distance between the twist? I am planning to get a FEL auger, and want to go up to a 12" bit. We live in a mostly clay soil...

@garry1p welcome to the excessive regen club. Sucks you have to park it before it will actually go into regen. Mine usually starts within 30 seconds of the first light coming on while I'm using it. I started tracking my regens at 100 hours, I am on regen number 38. 485 hours on the tractor and...

happening less, but still happening .... just now

Lucky here, we're pretty rural, and I've passed by cops on the road going the other way while waving, and they haven't cared .... yet. They certainly could, but so far have not. It's usually just me and the dogs out for a spin.

I thought asphalt was horrible to tractor tires? I've taken my compact tractor to a friends about a half mile each way a couple times, and didn't know if that would wear my R4s substantially more. I guess it really isn't an issue on occasion?

https://threadstrong.us/products/m14x1-5-ford-f-150-wheel-lug-nuts-stainless-steel

I also use an ELM bluetooth reader with the torque app. Just because no codes show on the dash does not mean one is not stored in memory that can be read. Doesn't mean there is one though either though.

Pretty neat process you all have come up with. For these smaller operations, without a bunch of people walking the roof, how do you unhook the truss from the boom you have up in the air with the tractor in use? Like in the picture directly above?

mute your speakers

Call WR Long and ask them about the threads. It's been a while, but when I called they picked right up and had answers to all my questions. https://www.wrlonginc.com/contact

Yup! Do a static load test with your full weight, but don't shock load it with a simulated fall.

Joe, your local LS dealer should have a can of touch-up paint if you need it too, protect that metal before you shield it from further damage.

Is the rubber fairly hard, or is it soft and wears through needing replacement every so often? I have been using these, they are hard and have a diamond plate texture, but I like the smooth texture of the one you posted. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004Y622

After I put the ODBII scanner on it last week, I noticed how dirty the connector was, so I ordered a cap. Cleaned the connector and installed the cap today. What should be a $2 piece of plastic is really $7 and yes, I know I could use a piece of electrical tape or something lol Hopefully the...

Looks like my yard, the best and quickest option we have found is a good zero turn mower, hands down, we have 6 acres. We did use a landscape rake to pile up a lot of the mulcher shreddings, and now just mow it. This is one of a few mulch piles we have, and we are 2 years post mulch, things...

not from the brief search I did, just a lot of people complaining about the MMS100 in all sorts of ways for all sorts of reasons.

I have a ghost controls gate opener. I used a wifi relay/switch with it. Looks like the exact model I used a few years ago, has been discontinued, it is it similar to THIS and it's less than $20, but you'll need to wire it in. I use one relay in inching mode to open the gate, which then closes...

too funny lol

Android 13/Chrome 119 The username on the original post is normal, but if the OP replies within their own thread, the username gets all jacked up in just the reply, with 1 character per line i.e. JCoastie turns into J C o a s t i e images below, and it is repeatable with different usernames...

specifically it is an "hour glass" icon, common representation of time on all manner things.

Had something similar myself, pics and info in this thread Did I bust something on the loader hydraulics? After checking everything I could, loosening, re-tightening, etc. the fix for me was getting fed-up enough to apply the same opposite pressure that caused it in the first place. Not that I...

Had the same from the 3rd function hoses on my MT240, I just zip-tied them better, and it got them away from the hood. They rubbed before, now, plenty of room. At the same time, I traced out the lines and added colored zip ties to replace the colored paper from the factory that had come off...

Looks real nice, that's a very beefy container you found! FYI, by "hertz meter" and "steady hertz" you really mean "frequency" it's like nails on a chalkboard to me lol Frequency meter, and steady frequency, both are measured in hertz in this case, a frequency of 60Hz, 60 cycles per second.

manual regen process video on YT, not me, just a video. Use after you clear your codes.

I've actually wanted to plug my ODBII reader into the tractor for a while just to test before it was actually needed. Here are my results. I had 1 code stored in it, and it cleared just fine. The code opened on the Web and would be my exact issue since I have excessive regen problems. You...

do you already have an ODBII adapter? I've been meaning to mess around with mine, but while the codes text might be different, I bet the "clear codes" option is the same. Try a software freebie Torque Lite (OBD2 & Car) - Apps on Google Play and an $11 tool. Both work great on cars, have not...

it should give a different symptom, but since you have mentioned everything else.... Toggle the PTO switch a time or two, just in case.

I have seen this error several times over the last month, and it seems to be happening more frequently lately. Maybe once every day or two. It lasts just a couple minutes, then goes back to normal.

Same here, I had been told to always look for the gasket to be left behind when changing a filter, but had never seen one in person in decades of changing oil... But the first time I changed my main hydraulic filter, the gasket was off the filter and stuck to the housing. Weird!

Vevor is hit or miss, for the most part they are a reseller of Chinese stuff. I have a chamber vac from them, and it works great and about a third the cost of similar units, they'll replace it if it fails within a year, but there is no parts or service. That's the thing with Vevor, it's a once...

This makes no sense to me. If you don't use it in the car, how are they gonna see your finger!!!

The main grill guard frame was factory, the expanded metal was added to it along with the clevis mount.

Same here, Dogs, Wife and Neighbors, in that order lol

We mark a fair amount of things that need attention with flags, and I needed a decent space to store them. Blue=holes to fill, green=stuff to grind, red=ants to kill, white=anything else to grab our attention. I also often need a little trash/parts bucket, and I had been struggling with where to...

I've been wanting to install a horn for quite some time, today was the day. Dropped the grapple, and into the garage to figure things out. First thing was to prop the loader out of the way, this worked really well. Looking inside the hood, there is a nice strong bracket that the latch...

Would you guys mind posting a pic of your setups with those lengths? I'm not happy with the 2 x 36" hoses on my MT240 setup, I'd like to do something different. Also, are BSP fittings common to hydraulic shops, or places like NAPA where you get hoses made, or should I find some BSP to NTP...

Talk to your local power company, the 'may' take issue trees down for you for free. They do around here, I had them out earlier this week for a dead pine.

it'll drive you nuts seeing that all the time. See if you can find the same bulb # with an internal resistor, it'll just advertise that is compatible and not throw codes. Your tractor is looking for resistance from the old style bulb to sense it is not blown, and LEDs don't have that internal...

I had that, looked underneath and found the dealership zip-tied the 3rd function hydraulic line to the reverse mechanism, and that affected both forward and reverse, unbelievable!

Saw this today; I have family who are police and said they wouldn't pull this guy over to check, but this looks sketchy to me.

Following it out, kinda lol That flex line runs to one side of my 3rd function valve, and the other side does run back to the rear valve under the seat, so taking the 3rd function out of circuit, I'd imagine the answer would be yes. you can just make out the other end of the flex line fitting...

no, the flex hose runs to my 3rd function valve. My rear remotes are all hard pipe (4), a little hard to see here, one shot of where they terminate under the seat, and another where you can kind of follow them start to finish.

Thanks for that! I was thinking hose clamp, but I wanted something that was breakable/sacrificial, didn't think about a zip-tie. Done deal, thanks!

I have the dual rear remotes but no backhoe, and my block looks like this. You can see the needed relief valve on the top.

that springy thing sure looks like the relief valve to me, and probably why you have no pressure anywhere. It's the one labeled 2 in the bottom picture here from my MT240 manual 827066

2 pages already, wow. I installed some Pat's EZ Hitch adapters, at the same time I installed a hydraulic top link. I measured and the Pats moved the pins back 4 inches, so I bought a longer top link than my stock one. I found that is isn't a 1:1 ratio regarding the top link, and I could barely...

Had a failure that busted the little plastic mounts that the PTO cover safety chains mount to. Anyone have unique options that they have used to secure the safety chains back to the cover? Pictures would be great if available.

make sure when you lube it up, don't forget to check the locking pin on the slip clutch like I did. Lubed it up, and 6 or 7 trees later, had to do an emergency stop as the PTO shaft came off and was spinning. Doesn't look like anything significant is damaged, i.e. spline teeth, no clue where the...

item came today, ordered through amazon, but it was shipped right from titan. Fedex freight didn't even bother to call, it was due tomorrow, not today and they just dropped it at my gate. UPS came in for a delivery and told me it was sitting out there by the road. Other than that, it arrived...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007QVB71C

Yup, just like airplanes pushing back to have an "on time departure" statistic and then sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours!

same when I bought from Homestead Implements a while back, payment 100% immediately then ship 2 months later. It felt less risky and dirty when you used to pay when the product shipped.

I guess my suggestion would be to eliminate either the grapple or the tractor out of the equation. I'd probably get a bucket and safely release the pressure manually from the grapple quick connectors, and see if the lids closed. Depending on the design, you might need someone to try to press the...

Had a load (22-24 yards) of pit sand delivered, and have been using it to fill holes. Seems to be working well, it is straight sand, no rocks, or other debris, pretty happy with it, and the dogs absolutely love it.

Started a thread about this exact same thing the other day: https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/threads/titan-stump-bucket-sale-not-so-much.471698/ Crazy, how they make YOU responsible for their shipment! I ordered the same exact part from them, but through amazon for cheaper, so I can deal...

@goeduck what are the details of your setup? tractor GPM flow and auger requirements? Also, what diameter holes were you drilling? Curious for a future purchase myself on just a small compact tractor.

Jealous of that capacity, mine is about 2k#. On occasion (more than I'd like due to wife's changing weekend ideas) I carry a pallet of blocks and/or bricks around the yard. On a few occasions, it's more than I can handle, and definitely depends on how they are loaded. Ideally low and flat on the...

wow.. They want another 18%+ for that, so an additional ~35% to the bill

gauges arrived today, as expected, same pressure from rear remotes and 3rd function. (y) Little bit of parallax from the 3rd function image, but they are same viewed head on. Set perfect from the factory. And I see a crack in the newest hose on the tractor, a Tractor Supply hose for the...

dang, in deep!

This seems crazy too, they are not liable if the delivery is stolen in transit, not even getting to your property. This is just crazy, you need to pay additional for that too.

I've been looking at stump buckets for a while, just for general use and to have on hand, nothing in particular. Finally see a sale pop up on the palletforks.com titan site. $570 down from $650, cool, figured I'd order it. Now I've not ordered from them before, so I'm not sure if this is normal...

No clue how the 3pt works, does it have an internal cylinder? When you change the hydraulic fluid, should the 3pt be up or down to have the most fluid in the reservoir while draining? Just saw a picture of a very big tractor that had 2 external hydraulic cylinders and with those, the 3pt would...

amazon of course https://www.amazon.com/s?k=2+inch+wrench&crid=2WJQYFO0HWJUG&sprefix=2+inch+wrench,aps,184&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 and jumbo sets https://www.amazon.com/s?k=jumbo+wrench+set&crid=3R48OQINBO58W&sprefix=jumbo+wrench%2Caps%2C147&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_12 I'd imagine people who's job...

def dark humor, I chuckled but felt bad about it lol

It is a photo illusion or is the wix filter diameter a good bit smaller? The main body seems the same, but the mating surface looks a lot smaller in the picture, might be because the stock is closer to the lens. Defiantly shorter which could account for the weight difference.

good deal, 2 crescents for the win, same thing I did (y)

when all else fails, rtfm lol

found a quick video

worst case, you can probably get the other end of the hose off fairly easy, but it'll make a mess, maybe plug it with a golf tee or something, then walk it to a vice and get it apart with force. I had the same issue, I didn't have an open end wrench big enough, hence the adjustable one.

interesting about leaving one in the system, you can know when you are approaching the limit, never though about that. To the point about having multiple gauges in the system, that brings me back to my original question, which I still don't quite get. Assuming the gauge is dead headed, i.e. the...

if the FEL control contains the relief valve, and hence controls the system pressure, I should still be able to check that pressure at any accessory port right? I sure would like to use a 1/2" quick connect, and I just can't do that at the FEL, they are 3/8" connectors, I can however use 1/2" at...

recently did this myself, changed from a ball to poppet connector on the grapple. Couldn't believe how tight it was, and yes, they "can" use a thread locker on them, mine is a Homestead Implements brand for reference. It took both my wife and I with opposing 15" crescent wrenches to break them...

Am I correct in thinking that hydraulic pressure 'should' be the same at every tractor accessory fitting? I understand that flow may be different, but is pressure the same throughout? I see people measuring PSI directly at the loader valve, and my fittings on that valve are smaller than the...

Auburn, very nice. I lived in Seneca Falls many years ago, used to go to Lasca's up there for special occasions. Still talk about that place!

Finally may have found something regarding torque and flow, and if I am reading it correctly, the above statement is incorrect in this case. Direct from Digga /0/']Drilling Augers for Skid Steer Loaders

Greenteeth would be ideal, but there are several aftermarket tooth suppliers available for the WG24 as well.

I've never had one come loose, but I had to replace 6 or so of them. going below grade, dirt is super abrasive.

I'm looking at a FEL hydraulic auger myself, for the same reason, not getting any younger or any more mobile. I only have ~8GPM of flow on my CUT. They aren't crazy expensive, and something to keep on hand, not sell when done if you have the room to store it.

Is that a 100% true statement? If so, I might take a pump requiring a little more GPM to get a torque increase. Although, this is kind of a weird comparison, because they show torque at 3500psi, and one is higher than the max limit, and my tractor has about a 2500 psi limit anyway .... I'd...

They make ones requiring less flow, i.e. 6-16gpm, probably with less torque. We are mostly dirt and soft clay here so I'll most likely go that route. Thanks again.

thanks, all, I appreciate the info and clarification. I didn't know they were completely separate systems.

if I am looking at an implement (such as a front end post hole digger) that calls for 10-30 GPM ... What number should I be working from? LS advertises my tractor as: So am I within the 10-30 GPM flow requirement or not? Does the steering system use hydraulic flow when I would be stationary...

might be a dumb comment, but how does the plug come out of the replacement filter? Maybe fiddle with that one, not the live one, if you haven't though of that. And I'm interested as mine is coming due and might replace it anyway to see if it helps the regen issue. Dealer want's "The price is...

expect the grinder frame to get pretty turbulent at times.

I found torquing the nuts with a wrench to be a PITA because you need to stop the flywheel from spinning. I grabbed a torque limiting extension for use with an impact and for all the ones you can reach (all that don't require the supplied 90 degree adapter) while not perfect, it's a heck of a...

I rented this "ground saw" for maybe $150 from home depot, it cuts a 2" wide trench anywhere from 0-13 inches deep. It did 150 feet at max depth in about 10 minutes, it was amazing.

dealer replaced the injectors on my MT240 trying to correct a far too frequent regen cycle, in my specific case, it made no difference. Now they have reverted back to saying a regen every 2 hours is not out of the ordinary.....no joke! I have a whole different thread about that, just answering...

5/16" valve it is, thanks

ugg, metric, forgot about that, I wonder if a 1/4" ID shutoff valve will work. I didn't even think about MM when I went back out to take this pic.

Thinking about putting a shutoff valve on the supply line when I change the fuel filter. Anyone know what size the fuel hose is? Putting the info from the hose into google didn't help.

the metal crate makes a decent light duty welding and grinding table. I broke off one of the zerks on the bearing up underneath and had to replace it, be careful with those.

might want to look at a "stump bucket" no chance of bending your stock bucket with one like this. https://www.amazon.com/Titan-Attachments-Universal-Serrated-Construction/dp/B0BS79GZ41

I thought so too, and bought a longer hydraulic top link, had to sell that and go back to the stock length! Doesn't make any sense, but that's my personal experience.

I tired it, wound up putting it in the back on my side by side instead, was much better for my application. I grabbed one of those 25 TSC sprayers you mentioned that get poor reviews lol... I got the mix on exit type, as I had planned on using it for both weed and bug spray, and the mix on exit...

We have a rural wooded lot, and a decent amount of grass, but our yard is not pristine, I'm not trying to make a golf course, just something I can walk without twisting an ankle and ride on without jarring a kidney. I am however trying to fill holes that pop up from trees that have been taken...

hopeless, I guess facts really don't matter anymore lol

you are confusing Made in USA with Designed in USA Nova Flail is designed in Germany, and Made in China (nothing wrong with that as long as you know it)...

Since I was in contact with Jack @ NovaTractor a few years ago when I was looking for a flail, I just email him again. Here is his reply Like I said .... China Jack has always been responsive to questions, and customer service seems to be there, but regardless ..... China.

maybe "Nova" is, but "Nova Tractor" is not

Unless something has changed, Nova models are made in China to European spec then imported, so unless something has changed, both are made in china.

Another day, another story, now we're back to the title of the thread... I was looking for a date for the reprogramming ...

video seemed perfect to me, the weird sound was clearly heard, quick and to the point.

I sure miss being able to edit my older posts, to add information into the original post that may get lost in the 20 pages of follow-up replies.

I sent my dealership the latest information last week, as they were having onsite training with LS, and they were discussing my issue (which has been done before) and received some interesting information this morning... Sounds interesting, especially since I am on my 2nd ECU (same problem)...

That bolt swap made a big difference, much nicer.

huge upgrade today :p When I am stump grinding I need to sit somewhat sideways to see, and the bolts for the loader control bracket scratch the heck out of my lower leg, even when I cover them with a cloth. I replaced them today, will find out how well it works tomorrow. Before: After...

was grinding, so 2400, but various between 1800 and 2400 since the last regen, with lots of grinding, so a lot of time in the upper range of that.

another regen today while stump grinding, 442 hours on the meter, 7 hours since the previous regen

Just checked mine, same, nice! Dealer is seeing if LS will pay for the fuel filter as part of troubleshooting my regen issue, but doesn't think they will. I'll know next week, if not I'll grab the one you posted, it's $13 at the local auto store.

just throwing another option out there, I have been looking at these. but have no experience with them. About $4k, but completely self contained, no hydraulics needed. Runs off a mower engine mounted to the SSQA, so easy on/off the tractor. They have a fork version which is shown on the website...

Any issues with the aftermarket fuel and air filter sets?

they do have software to check and program the tractors. They made sure my software was up to date and even replaced the ECU, but they didn't change anything from the stock programming. Regens this often are not normal, mine is special ... unfortunately lol

It's worth a shot! I'm not a FB user, if you happen to come across it again, please let me know whether it was the fuel or air filters. Was their regen issue as prevalent as mine?

air filter is blown out regularly, but neither have been replaced yet. Both fuel and air filters are coming up at ~500 hrs though. Neither LS or the dealership have mentioned anything about them. Not seeing any performance issues, just the excessive regen frequency.

I have the long thick cable from the battery to the block. I put a meter on a bolt off the alternator and it read 0.001 ohms, so that's a great ground. Over the years, I have tried Power Service, both white and silver and also Howes additives, no change. My tractor rarely sits for more than a...

Yes, if you inhibit the regens for too long and/or the DPF pressure builds up to a certain level, the RPM of the engine gets reduces and has to be reset by the dealership. Had another regen today while stump grinding, 9 hours from the last one. Including the one the dealer did during the...

dealer checked the thermostat and operating temp, also changed the sensor which I believe checks the pressure within the DPF, no change.

dealership bent my MT240 key twice somehow. Each model uses the same key, so they have them in stock, just grab and go.

I keep looking at these, but they are spendy and keep going up in price. They do have a SSQA version now STOUT DESIGNS, LLC – TRAILBLAZER TB-2022 – OVERHANGING LIMB AND BRUSH CUTTER They also make one for forks and also ATVs, up in the $4k price range though.

Mostly loader and landscape rake work @~2k rpm with a little stump grinding in there @~2.4k rpm.

Just the thread about it here in this forum. The emissions portion of the tractor is still under warranty, so I won't delete that (if/when possible) until it's out of warranty.

Can't seem to edit my original post any longer to update the regen hours, but I have had 2 more since they changed the injectors at 397 hours and forced a regen in the shop: 412 426

I used safety blue on my grill guard, it's not close, not even the same sport! I did contact my dealer, and they do have touch up paint available, I didn't get a cost though.

remove the tank from an IBC tote, cut an access hole in the cage, chain it to the fork frame, chain across the access hole, and you have a nice little work platform.

Scoop puppies! She's 65+ pounds now lol Lift mowers for access to get the sticks branches out of the blades.

lots of posts here about cleaning old grease out of the recesses. Mine are dirty, but not packed full of hard/solid debris, if you haven't tried it yet, a couple q-tips works really well for mine. Can clean 2 fittings with 1 double sided q-tip, quick and easy.

I have an MT240 with the 3302 loader. I bought the LockNLube Grease Gun Coupler XL and it fits my recessed zerks no problem. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y2GBFFT

Yes, have a large 3+ bay normal enclosed garage that all the vehicles and toys/tools fit in when needed.

I don't. Living in a hurricane area, in my mind, it's best to just let the wind blow through, rather than resist and blow down. I may be wrong, but that's how I envision it lol

completed power and lights to the barn

You should, since they receive tens of millions of federal tax dollars every year, that's money you and I pay to them thanks to uncle sam.